Marijuana use during pregnancy?

I mean its legal in a bunch of different states? And some pregnant women smoke in their first due to morning sickness? And I've been told that there is no actual proof stating that its cause birth defects in babies? So what are the ladies opinions on this?

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Drug abuse and children don't mix. Why risk it? IMO: my kids aren't something to take chances on. Not health wise or with the law. Those things are for high school and party's before becoming a parent. They should be left behind when you become the adult.

I have nothing against those who smoke marijuana, but to smoke during pregnancy..why not just wait? Why risk something if you have to ask if its even okay to? Just bring devils advocate, cause I understand it hasn't been proven to do harm, but to make sure your baby is healthy I don't agree smoking while pregnant IMO

Can your joint not wait 9 months for the sake of your baby? Your baby is at your mercy and has no say in what you are doing to him/her. It's unfair IMO for any expectant mother to expose their child to alcohol/drugs (OF ANY KIND)

I wouldn't do it. I don't think weed is awful but there just isn't enough research on its use during pregnancy for me to be ok with the risk.
And it's still illegal where I live so I wouldn't be using it regardless.

Why risk your child's health and development to get high? It's one thing to take a Class C drug that you require to live and another thing to choose getting high over your child's health. And if pot isn't addictive like people say, then it shouldn't be that difficult to give up for 9-10 months.

I know plenty of women that smoke weed during their pregnancy. Although their isn't enough research on weatther it harms the baby I think its still a pretty selfish thing. But I guess if it helps that person relax I guess its doing a little good for the baby.

I've been given the OK by several doctors, over the course of two pregnancies, to continue using my medical marijuana. My son (now 3) was exposed in utero to small doses and has absolutely no health problems or developmental delays. I've contined using during this pregnancy as well.

People will judge me, which is fine. They've never been in my shoes and obviously haven't closely researched the topic. I trust my doctor to tell me when I'm doing something harmful. Since I've been 100% honest with him, and he hasn't told me to stop, I don't think it could be that harmful. When it comes down to it, always assess the risk vs. benefit of any drug taken while pregnant. Is it necessary? Will it help the patient cope with their illness? What are the effects on a baby exposed in utero? These are all questions that must be asked and weighed appropriately.